I purchased these speakers as a cheap replacement. I was amazed at the quality but two things stood out right away. First the wattage rating is an amazing 150W. This is rare in a set of speakers this small especially if you have a decent head unit which pushes 52W per channel. Other speakers were only rated to 40 and we all know what happens when you crack the sound up with those! Secondly, the frequency response was a very wide range thanks to the true dual coil. 120Hz won't obviously give you that pounding base, but it was 40 Hz lower than other 5 inch speakers.
Quality:
The construction is premium and I like the reinforced housing. Other speakers just have the magnet housing attached to the speaker plane. These had struts that backed up the attachment and will obviously reduce the chance for cracks riding through bumpy water.
All wiring was tinned and was stainless. No exposed copper to corrode. The wiring was plastic coated and was seamless. A true "marine" speaker instead of a name change.
Installation:
I have a 2001 Baylier 1950 Classic Capri and both of the factory speakers were cracked from normal wear. I had to bring the factory mounting hole out just a litte bit (1/8 inch). I used a rotary tool and a scouring blade and it was perfect. The included screws were more than long enough to penetrate the padding, speakers and set into the wood backing.
My only complaint is that the spade connectors on the speakers are just a touch smaller than the wider factory clips. I had to crimp new ends on the boat wiring, but that was the only problem I had.
I would definitely recommend these speakers to someone (especially a Bayliner owner) looking to replace or even upgrade their factory speakers.
April 7, 2009
Decent speakers for the money
Overall
Durability
Value
Features
Design
Usability
Review written by Boat Guy from Baltimore, MD
These speakers are descent for the money. I installed in a 1998 Bayliner Capri and I had to cut the hole slightly larger than the original speaker hole. they just fit in the padded area so they worked out. It will take you a little time to trim the hold properly, but these will work.
I am totally satisfied with my transaction. I didn't follow the purchasing instructions, which was to give my make and model for the stereo adapter kit. They let me know right away, I gave them the info they were able to get it out on time in the same order. Two days before the ETA. Thank You!
